Paris : Madame Arthur Cabaret Show & Club Entry Ticket

Madame Arthur is not a standard Paris revue. Its performers mix drag artistry, comedy, and live French song in a cabaret that changes every week. You may hear a French version of a familiar Queen song, then watch the mood shift into sharp comedy or theatrical performance.

I like the fresh program and the fact that the music is performed live with piano and singing. I also like the ticket’s late-night reach: Thursday through Saturday, the evening continues with smaller performances and a club spread across three rooms. The main drawback is practical: regular entry may mean standing, so ask about VIP seating if you want to watch from a chair.

Key points

• A new show each week: The cast revisits French songs in a different program every week.
• Live piano and vocals: The performance is built around musicians and singers rather than recorded backing tracks.
• More than one cabaret act: Thursday to Saturday includes the main show, Who sings? by GuiguiPop, and a later Tour de chant.
• Club access included: Your ticket continues into the nightclub after midnight on Thursday through Saturday.
• Sunday is shorter: You get the cabaret and intimate song set, but not the late club program.
• Plan for extra costs: Drinks and coat check are not included, and any exit is final.

Why Madame Arthur feels different from a standard cabaret

Paris has plenty of polished stage shows, but Madame Arthur takes a looser, more playful route. The performers are described as transvestite creatures, and the act blends drag elements with singing, dancing, comedy, and performance art.

That mix matters. You are not simply watching dancers move through a fixed revue while a recording plays. The artists revisit French musical repertoire with piano and live singing. Their style can be extravagant, cheeky, and deliberately theatrical, but the music remains at the center.

The tone also changes from act to act. One performer may focus on song, another on comedy, and another on a more unusual stage persona. This variety gives the night a cabaret feel in the older sense of the word: close to the audience, a little unpredictable, and built around personalities.

The show is in French, so language affects the experience. If you understand French, you will catch more of the jokes and wordplay. If you do not, the music and physical comedy still carry much of the evening. Familiar songs can help bridge the gap. A Queen tribute performed entirely in French, for example, lets English-speaking visitors recognize the melodies while enjoying the new language and presentation.

The 9pm weekly show: French songs with a theatrical twist

From Thursday through Saturday, doors open at 8pm and the main Madame Arthur show runs from 9pm to 10pm. On Sunday, doors open at 7pm and the main show runs from 8pm to 9pm.

The weekly change is one of the strongest reasons to choose this venue over a fixed production. You are not buying the same show every night of the year. The cast creates a new program each week, so the songs, themes, and comic moments can change.

Expect a performance shaped by live music, with piano and singing rather than a purely recorded soundtrack. The performers honor French repertoire, but they do not treat it like a formal concert. Laughter, impertinence, costume, and exaggeration are part of the package.

I would go in with an open mind about the format. This is not necessarily a traditional drag show, and it is not simply a serious art performance either. It uses drag, but also comedy and musical theatre. The result can feel surprising if you arrive expecting a familiar cabaret formula.

A useful tip is to check the seating arrangement before booking. The standard experience may involve standing for the main show, while VIP seats are advised if you want a guaranteed place to sit. That detail can change the night for anyone with limited stamina or anyone who prefers to focus on the stage without shifting around.

10:30pm Who sings? with GuiguiPop

On Thursday through Saturday, the program continues at 10:30pm with Who sings? by GuiguiPop. This gives the evening another musical section before the later cabaret set and club.

The exact content can vary, but the title points to a performance centered on singing. It helps break up the night rather than making the main show carry the entire evening. If you enjoy live vocals and want more music after the first cabaret, this is a useful part of the ticket.

There is a short timing overlap in the published schedule, since the 10:30pm GuiguiPop segment and the 11pm Tour de chant are listed close together. Be prepared for the evening to move quickly from one performance into the next. You do not need to treat the schedule like a concert with long pauses between acts.

The 11pm Tour de chant and its smaller mood

At 11pm, the Tour de chant offers a second, more intimate show. The artists receive a carte blanche, meaning they have room to present their own choice of songs or performance style.

This later set is different in spirit from the larger weekly program. The 9pm show is the main event, with the full energy of Madame Arthur’s cabaret. The Tour de chant gives the performers a chance to feel more personal and less tied to the evening’s central theme.

For you, this can be the most interesting part if you like cabaret as a form of direct expression. It is also a good reason not to leave right after the headline show. The ticket includes more than the first hour, and the later set can show another side of the performers.

On Sunday, the Tour de chant runs from 9:30pm to 10pm. That makes Sunday a shorter, more focused choice. You get the main cabaret followed by the intimate song set, but not the long after-hours party.

After midnight: three rooms and five bars

Thursday through Saturday, the club begins from midnight until the venue closes. Your cabaret ticket includes entry to this part of the night, which turns the booking into a long evening rather than a one-hour show.

The club has three rooms and five bars. That gives you room to move around and change the mood after the performances. You can stay with the music, find another room, or use the bars as a place to take a break between sets.

The music is French-focused and remixed by resident DJs. That is a clear part of Madame Arthur’s identity. If you want a Paris night built around French music rather than a generic international playlist, the club adds real value.

The advertised duration is up to 10 hours, but that does not mean you must remain for the whole period. It reflects the long Thursday-to-Saturday schedule, from the 8pm opening through the club after midnight. Sunday does not include this club section, so choose your night carefully if dancing is a priority.

One important rule: any exit is definitive. Once you leave, you cannot use the same ticket to return. I would bring what you need for the whole night and think twice before stepping outside between the cabaret and club.

What the $44 price really includes

At about $44 per person, this ticket is not just a seat for a one-hour show on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday. It covers the main cabaret, the later performances, and club entry. If you stay for much of the evening, the value is better than the headline price alone suggests.

You are paying for variety. The night includes live music, singing, comedy, drag performance, an intimate song set, and late club access. That range suits you if you want one booking to carry an entire evening.

The value is weaker if you only plan to watch the 9pm show and leave. In that case, you are paying for entertainment you will not use. Sunday may suit you better if you want a shorter cultural night without the club.

Drinks are extra, and the coat check also costs more. Those charges are easy to overlook when comparing ticket prices. Add them to your budget, especially if you plan to stay until the club begins and need somewhere to leave a coat.

The seating question matters as well. If VIP seating costs more, compare that upgrade with the length of the evening. Standing for an hour may be manageable, but standing through multiple performances can become tiring. A chair is not a minor luxury on a long night.

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday?

Your choice of night changes the experience.

Thursday through Saturday gives you the full program:

• 8pm, doors open
• 9pm to 10pm, Madame Arthur weekly show
• 10:30pm to 11:30pm, Who sings? by GuiguiPop
• 11pm to midnight, Tour de chant
• After midnight, club with French music and resident DJs

The timing between the later segments is tight, and the evening may flow directly from one performance into another. These nights suit you if you want a full Paris night and are happy to continue late.

Sunday is more compact:

• 7pm, doors open
• 8pm to 9pm, Madame Arthur weekly show
• 9:30pm to 10pm, Tour de chant

Sunday works better if you want the artistic side without staying out until dawn. It also gives you a more manageable finish for an early start the next day.

The key mistake would be booking Sunday while expecting the club. The club is listed for Thursday through Saturday only.

Who will enjoy this Paris cabaret?

I would recommend Madame Arthur to adults and older teenagers who enjoy live music with a bold visual style. The activity is not suitable for children under 12, and the combination of drag, comedy, and nightlife is aimed at a mature audience.

It suits you especially well if you:

• Enjoy French music, even if you do not speak French
• Like cabaret that mixes several performance styles
• Want a weekly show rather than a fixed production
• Prefer an evening that continues into a club
• Are comfortable with theatrical humor and drag elements
• Do not mind standing or are willing to arrange VIP seating

It may not suit you if you want a quiet concert, a fully seated show, or an English-language performance. The humor may be difficult to follow without French, though familiar songs and audience reactions can still help you understand the mood.

The experience is also not ideal for a child-friendly family night. Children under 12 are not allowed, and alcohol and drugs are prohibited at the venue.

Practical details before you book

You show your ticket to staff at Madame Arthur, and the activity ends back at the same meeting point. No transport is included or required by the ticket details, so you should plan your own way to and from the venue.

The activity is wheelchair accessible, but the standing-room warning still matters. If you use a wheelchair or need a reliable place to sit, contact the venue or booking provider before paying so you know how the space will work for you.

The ticket is non-refundable. That makes it important to choose the night carefully, especially because the program differs between Sunday and the other nights.

Bring your ticket and plan to arrive for the stated door-opening time if you want to get settled before the main performance. You should not bring a baby carriage, and alcohol and drugs are not allowed.

For a long night, dress for comfort as well as style. The setting is a cabaret and club, but you may be standing for much of the evening. Also remember that the coat check costs extra, so decide in advance whether the convenience is worth the added charge.

Should you book Madame Arthur?

Book it if you want a distinctly French cabaret built around live singing, comedy, drag performance, and changing weekly shows. The strongest reason to go is the artistic mix: you may recognize the songs, but the French-language presentation gives them a new shape.

Choose Thursday through Saturday if you want the full package, including GuiguiPop, the Tour de chant, and the club. Choose Sunday if you want a shorter evening focused on the two cabaret performances.

I would be cautious if standing for long periods is a problem, unless you can arrange VIP seating. I would also skip it if you need an English-language show or dislike late nights.

For the right audience, the $44 ticket can cover most of an entire evening in Paris. Just budget for drinks and coat check, remember that exits are final, and confirm the seating plan before you book.

FAQ

Where does the Madame Arthur experience take place?

It takes place at Madame Arthur in the Ile-de-France region of France. You show your ticket to staff at the venue.

How much does the ticket cost?

The listed price is $44 per person.

How long does the experience last?

The listed duration is up to 10 hours. The long duration applies mainly to the Thursday through Saturday program, which continues into the club after midnight.

What time does Madame Arthur open on Thursday through Saturday?

Doors open at 8pm from Thursday through Saturday.

What time does the main cabaret begin?

The main Madame Arthur show begins at 9pm from Thursday through Saturday. On Sunday, it begins at 8pm.

What entertainment follows the main show?

From Thursday through Saturday, the evening includes Who sings? by GuiguiPop, a Tour de chant, and club access after midnight. Sunday includes the Tour de chant but not the club program.

Is club entry included?

Yes. Club entry is included from Thursday through Saturday after the evening performances.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are available for purchase but are not included in the ticket price.

Is a coat check included?

No. Coat check is available for an extra cost.

Can I leave and return later?

No. Any exit is definitive, so you cannot leave and re-enter with the same ticket.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Is the experience suitable for children?

It is not suitable for children under 12 years old.